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Princess of Wales braves Storm Chandra weather for country outing

Kate laughs off mud as she braves Storm Chandra on wellbeing walk
  • The Princess of Wales participated in a wellbeing hike in the Peak District on Tuesday, 27 January.
  • She joined a supporting walk with Mind Over Mountains, a charity providing professional mental health support through therapeutic outdoor experiences.
  • During the hike, Kate embraced the muddy conditions, laughing as a wellbeing lead pointed out their connection to the ground.
  • The outing occurred as Storm Chandra brought heavy rain and strong winds across the UK.
  • Despite the challenging weather, the Princess told the group that nothing would stop them from completing the hike.
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